Scottsdale's largest collection of resort ... Everything from the interior and exterior color schemes to the landscaping is different. The Villas' $15 million renovation, its first in 13 years ...

After living in Scottsdale, Arizona, for 20+ years ... which means no flip-flops, since the landscape is rocky and dusty. Bring a lot more water than you think you'll need, too.

Jill Schildhouse Old Town Scottsdale is the beating heart of the city, where history and modern charm blend seamlessly. This vibrant district, divided into nine distinct and walkable neighborhoods ...

Here, in the primordial expanse of the Sonoran Desert in southwestern Arizona ... reverence for the desert landscape has been taken up by the artists enamoured with Scottsdale’s big skies ...